Training and Development Specialists Salary in East Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,130 -23.9% vs national
Median hourly $24.10
10th percentile $29,520
90th percentile $124,610
Employed locally 330
National median $65,850

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,520
    25th
    $35,600
    50th (median)
    $50,130
    75th
    $72,250
    90th
    $124,610

    Top-paying metros for Training and Development Specialists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Casper, WY $99,350
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $97,530
    Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $94,260
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $92,710
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $92,390
    Kennewick-Richland, WA $90,400

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    Loan Officers $62,170
    Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $56,090

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Training and Development Specialists make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Training and Development Specialists in East Tennessee is $24.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.69 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Training and Development Specialists salaries?

    The median Training and Development Specialists salary in East Tennessee is 23.9% below the national median of $65,850. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Training and Development Specialists in East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Training and Development Specialists (10th percentile) earn around $29,520 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,600.